How to Pronounce "bondage"
word
/ˈbɑndɪdʒ/
BAHN-dij
/bˈɒndɪdʒ/
BON-dij
Definition
The state of being a slave or under someone’s control; can also refer to sexual practices involving tying or restraining someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɑndɪdʒ/
British English
/bˈɒndɪdʒ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAHN-dij
UK
BON-dij
Listen in Context
The prisoners lived in bondage for many years.
Slavery is a form of bondage.
Some people practice bondage for sexual pleasure.
He finally escaped from a life of bondage and started over.